With the ongoing discussions regarding the state budget deficit, I’d like to hear your feedback regarding revenues from tolls.

We are very sensitive to the idea of tolls in Stratford – We were home to two of the old tollbooths. Modern electronic tolling is a completely different animal. The sensors are hung from gantries above the highway and you never slow down.

Take a look at the data and consider the points below and please answer the brief poll at the bottom.

Revenues From Tolls

CT vs. Neighboring States

A couple of points to consider:

CT residents' tolls would be discounted.

The revenue allow us to lower the gas tax.

Fees from tolls is one of the few ways to capture revenue from out-of state travelers and commercial vehicles.